"This primer made me a believer in primers, mostly because I get really hyped about them initially, but then I stop using them. In this case, The Silk Canvas Protecting Primer by Tatcha ($52) is more of a step in my skincare routine than for my makeup application, which relieves any guilt I have about the price tag. That's not to say it doesn't help my makeup to look like it's applied on top of smooth, creamy, buttery skin.
This primer has silk extracts that are what blur pores, lines, and any type of dimple or hole in the skin. Inspired by geishas' skincare and makeup routines, it serves to enhance the skin with ingredients like green tea and algae but protects the skin like a barrier from your makeup, so that it decreases the chance of a breakout. Plus, it adds a mattified look without appearing too dry. I also put this on my lips to help create a smoother lipstick application." — Kirbie Johnson, host, producer, and senior video reporter
